Signs and symptoms
A high blood cholesterol level is not a disease in itself and there are no obvious external indicators of its' presence, though as we shall see, there are factors, including but not limited to lifestyle and family history, which might lead us to suspect it as a possibility. The way to find out for sure if you have the problem is to consult your doctor and take a simple blood test.
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As with many conditions genetics play a part, so high levels are often hereditary, but equally if you have any of the other risk factors such as significant alcohol use, or you are overweight and lack physical excercise then a test may be advisable. If the test shows that you have elevated levels of harmful blood cholesterol there are various options for treatment to correct the problem.
Other, more obvious indicators would be the presence of related conditions such as atherosclerosis, a narrowing of the coronary and other arteries which restricts blood flow and is a major cause of heart attacks. This is the direct result of the deposition of damaging cholesterol-related compounds in the arteries. Other symptoms may therefore include angina and leg pain on exertion due to inadequate blood supply.
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